Stratum Nutrition Sponsors the American Botanical Council

Stratum Nutrition | Apr 21, 2010

Stratum Nutrition, a Novus International business focusing on human nutrition through specialty and functional ingredients, supports the American Botanical Council (ABC) through a Gold Sponsorship. The ABC is an independent, nonprofit research and education organization dedicated to providing accurate and reliable information for consumers, healthcare practitioners, researchers, educators, industry and the media.

ABC depends on members and sponsorships to support their educational programs. In exchange, they provide many valuable benefits including HerbalGram, the quarterly journal of the American Botanical Council; HerbalEGram, a monthly electronic publication; access to the information-rich databases; electronic news updates, and much more.

Stratum continues to build its ingredient portfolio including the botanical space and there is certainly opportunity for expansion and participation with ABC as a reliable source for information upon entry.

Dr. Ray Cooper, Director Biological Sciences and Head Global Supplement Initiatives for Stratum Nutrition, has been an active member of ABC through their educational journal HerbalGram and comments, "Through the leadership of Mark Blumenthal, Founder and Executive Director, ABC continues to promote, educate and champion the key issues related to the dietary supplement industry and Stratum is proud to support the efforts of ABC."

About ABCThe American Botanical Council is passionate about helping people live healthier lives through the responsible use of herbs, medicinal plants. The staff, Board of Trustees, and Advisory Board are all committed to providing the most reliable, up-to-date information about herbs based on modern science and traditional wisdom. ABC's publications are extensively peer-reviewed, and include a vast selection of periodicals, books, monographs, safety reviews, continuing education materials, searchable online databases, and more. Since 1988, the American Botanical Council (ABC) has been educating consumers, healthcare professionals, researchers, educators, industry and the media on the safe and effective use of herbs and medicinal plants. ABC is an independent, nonprofit organization supported by thousands of members around the world. ABC strives to provide reliable information that can help individuals in their personal or professional interests, including making informed decisions that help you live a healthier life through the responsible use of medicinal plants. For professionals in related fields, ABC can help you discover how herbs and related plant-based products can fit into your professional practice or your research. To learn more about the American Botanical Council, visit www.abc.herbalgram.org.

About Stratum NutritionStratum Nutrition is improving the quality of life through food and supplement innovation. Stratum Nutrition, a Novus International Business, focuses on human nutrition through functional and specialty ingredients for manufacturers and marketers of foods, beverages and dietary supplements. Stratum leverages the Novus core competencies in nutritional research and innovation as well as the corporate commitment to protecting the environment by considering economic, environmental and social factors to ensure that its ingredients offer safe, efficient and sustainable health solutions. Stratum offers a portfolio of branded, value-added ingredients that are progressive, safe and reliable. These ingredients are based on consumer need, supported by science and the backing of a trusted multi-national company. All specialty bioactive ingredients offered share a common R&D philosophy including: unique and/or patented technologies, strong scientific and clinical research, and safe, progressive products for human health. To learn more about Stratum Nutrition, please visit www.StratumNutrition.com or contact Heather Thompson at 314.223.7230.

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